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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LA51 DLJMOT history

LA51 DLJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 17 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 273,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

LA51 DLJ blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2025
Mileage
273,626 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 DLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 DLJ was last recorded at 273,626 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 8,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
265,030 miles · 13 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
8,596 miles
Average per year
11,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 273,626 miles
  • 2023 – 265,030 miles
  • 2022 – 256,548 miles
  • 2021 – 246,036 miles
  • 2020 – 238,112 miles
  • 2019 – 224,197 miles
  • 2018 – 210,832 miles
  • 2017 – 196,823 miles
  • 2016 – 181,167 miles
  • 2015 – 167,102 miles
  • 2014 – 154,472 miles
  • 2013 – 143,840 miles
  • 2012 – 135,039 miles
  • 2011 – 124,774 miles
  • 2010 – 114,443 miles
  • 2009 – 104,382 miles
  • 2008 – 96,581 miles
  • 2007 – 85,040 miles
  • 2006 – 72,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass273,626 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp lense slight damaged

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass273,626 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    273,626 miles
    Test number
    791544981165
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp lense slight damaged

  2. Fail273,626 miles (+8,596)2 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,626 miles
    Test number
    203998304677
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp lense slight damaged

  3. Pass265,030 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    265,030 miles
    Test number
    418047805715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail264,978 miles (+8,430)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,978 miles
    Test number
    747870081648
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass256,548 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    256,548 miles
    Test number
    834680887239
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail256,548 miles (+10,512)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,548 miles
    Test number
    838007998345
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass246,036 miles (+7,924)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    246,036 miles
    Test number
    637006147295
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear no access to seat belt

  8. Pass238,112 miles (+13,915)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    238,112 miles
    Test number
    754782829545
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass224,197 miles (+13,365)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    224,197 miles
    Test number
    154109199232
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass210,832 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    210,832 miles
    Test number
    441885371223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail210,832 miles (+14,009)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,832 miles
    Test number
    704906985260
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass196,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    196,823 miles
    Test number
    891387626127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail196,822 miles (+15,655)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,822 miles
    Test number
    991409544621
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass181,167 miles (+14,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    181,167 miles
    Test number
    730786988844
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are perished
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass167,102 miles (+12,630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    167,102 miles
    Test number
    865624435100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass154,472 miles (+10,632)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    154,472 miles
    Test number
    749298624140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Pass143,840 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    143,840 miles
    Test number
    796967933186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNSF and OSF flexi brake hoses perished.
    • NoteOil residue at engine undertray.

  18. Fail143,838 miles (+8,799)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,838 miles
    Test number
    918367633156
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNSF and OSF flexi brake hoses perished.
    • NoteOil residue at engine undertray.
    • NoteRear inner brake pads appear low.

  19. Pass135,039 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,039 miles
    Test number
    897810632196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorating.
    • NoteOil residue at engine undertray.

  20. Fail135,037 miles (+10,263)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,037 miles
    Test number
    235470032118
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorating.
    • NoteOil residue at engine undertray.

  21. Pass124,774 miles (+10,331)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    124,774 miles
    Test number
    938111731136
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers split.
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm inner bushes worn.
    • NoteNSF and OSF outer CV boots perished.

  22. Pass114,443 miles (+10,061)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,443 miles
    Test number
    410479110180
    • NoteBoth fron ttyres tread low and heavily worn at shoulders.
    • NoteBoth front wipers smearing slightly.
    • NoteChild seat fitted to NSR not allowing full inspection of seat belt.
    • NoteNSF and OSF flexi brake hoses slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteNSF outer CV boot slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteOSF washer partially blocked.
    • NoteOil residue at offside of engine.(lower)

  23. Pass104,382 miles (+7,801)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    104,382 miles
    Test number
    400159319125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail96,581 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,581 miles
    Test number
    343572628178
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass96,581 miles (+11,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    96,581 miles
    Test number
    954272028139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass85,040 miles (+12,063)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    85,040 miles
    Test number
    891463627118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    72,977 miles
    Test number
    962139116130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail72,961 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,961 miles
    Test number
    993979016131
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LA51 DLJ

Does LA51 DLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 DLJ expired on 20 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 DLJ?
The MOT on LA51 DLJ expired on 20 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 DLJ done?
LA51 DLJ was recorded at 273,626 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 11,058 miles a year.
Has LA51 DLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 DLJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 DLJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 DLJ find?
LA51 DLJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with 9 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play front, and 6 more.

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